Samantha Armytage Confirmed for Second Season of 'The Golden Bachelor Australia'
The television host will return for the reality dating series' upcoming season, which will feature two bachelors and a revamped, more dramatic format.
Samantha Armytage is set to return for a second season of The Golden Bachelor Australia, it was announced at the Nine 2027 Upfronts in Sydney.
Armytage, 50, will host the upcoming installment of the reality dating series, scheduled to air next year. This season will feature two bachelors instead of one, and producers have reportedly revamped the format to include more drama and competition.
Armytage appeared at the Upfronts event, wearing a black blouse with a bow detail, high-waisted black slacks, and peep-toe heels. She opted for a minimal makeup look, highlighting her youthful appearance.
Her return comes amid speculation about a potential move back to breakfast television. Industry insiders had suggested that if Armytage were to leave The Golden Bachelor, other prominent figures like Edwina Bartholomew and Sonia Kruger would be considered to host the dating franchise.
Sources close to Armytage indicate that the revamped format of The Golden Bachelor Australia is significantly different from its first season, with a more competitive and dynamic cast. The changes appear to stem from producers' conclusions after the inaugural season that romance alone may not be sufficient to drive ratings, leading to an increased focus on conflict and rivalries.
The first season of The Golden Bachelor Australia saw widower Barry 'Bear' Myrden find love with nurse Sunny Long. However, for the second season, producers are reportedly aiming to create more